Step inside the Galleria Borghese with a private guide from Touriks to experience Rome's finest Baroque masterpieces. Discover Bernini's sculptures and Raphael's paintings without the crowds on this exclusive, two-hour museum tour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical fitness required; able to stand and walk moderately for the duration of the tour
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History
The Galleria Borghese was built by Cardinal Scipione Borghese in the early 1600s as a showcase for his extensive art collection.
Conservation
The museum engages in ongoing art preservation efforts and encourages sustainable tourism to protect its priceless cultural heritage.
Touriks
Step inside the Galleria Borghese with a private guide from Touriks to experience Rome's finest Baroque masterpieces. Discover Bernini's sculptures and Raphael's paintings without the crowds on this exclusive, two-hour museum tour.
Touriks is a Rome-based tour operator located in Roma, Lazio that specializes in guided cultural and archaeological experiences across the city and Vatican area.
Specializing in in-depth guided visits of St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, Touriks offers semi-private, private, and small-group formats that include dome climbs, visits to the underground grottoes, and guided exploration of St. Peter’s tomb.
The company also guides visitors through Rome’s subterranean heritage, including Roman Catacombs, the underground temples of San Clemente, and other proto-Christian basilicas. Selected catacombs tours include private transfer options noted in tour descriptions.
Touriks’ program includes a broad range of Rome itineraries: Colosseum underground and arena tours, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill walks, Pantheon and Navona Square visits with access to underground sites, Caracalla Baths and Circus Maximus visits, Trastevere walks with subterranean sites, and guided visits to Castel Sant'Angelo and the Borghese Gallery.
Individual tour descriptions emphasize major artworks and architectural highlights such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the mosaics of St. Peter’s, and Bernini’s design of St. Peter’s Square. Touriks is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its Rome tours are listed with factual itineraries and booking details.
All tour listings state location, format, and options so travelers can select dome climbs, underground grottoes, transfers, or private and small-group experiences when available.
Location
Roma, Lazio
Based in Rome, Italy
Group Options
Private & Small-Group
Private, semi-private and small-group tours
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed on The Adventure Collective
Highlights
Basilica to Catacombs
Tours from St. Peter’s to undergrounds
Select a St. Peter’s Basilica tour, dome climb, catacombs visit or Colosseum experience and secure a guided Rome itinerary that fits travel style.
Book Tickets Early
Secure your entrance in advance as Galleria Borghese limits daily visitors and tickets sell out quickly.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Expect considerable walking on marble floors and staircases—choose footwear with good support.
Arrive 5 Minutes Early
Punctuality is important to ensure the full two-hour private tour experience without delays.
No Photography Allowed
Respect museum rules: photographs and flash are prohibited to protect artworks.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supportive shoes help navigate museum floors and stairs comfortably.
Light Jacket or Sweater
The museum can be cool inside, especially in fall and winter months.
fall
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the summer heat before or after your tour.
summer
Small Backpack or Bag
Carry essentials hands-free while keeping your belongings secure during the tour.